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Shares Slide as Maersk Signals Gradual Suez Comeback

Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd are inching back toward the Suez Canal and freight markets are already reacting, shares in both shipping groups fell on Monday as the companies confirmed plans...

South Africa Accelerates Private Investment Push for Strategic Port Terminal

The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) is accelerating efforts to secure a private investor for the Richards...

Africa’s Biggest Battery Reaches Financial Close in South Africa

Globeleq has reached commercial and financial close on its 153 MW/612 MWh Red Sands battery energy storage system...

South Africa’s Record Maize Harvest Reopens Asian Export Channels

South Africa’s agricultural sector is poised to reshape global grain flows as a projected record maize harvest brings...

SA Agricultural Trade Surplus Hits Record $1.55 Billion on Tumble in Import Costs

South Africa’s agricultural trade surplus surged to a record $1.55 billion in the first three months of the...
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Impact of modern welding techniques on resource conservation

By ROMAN MORNAU* Welding technologies can play an increasingly vital role in optimising resource utilisation and enhancing sustainability for capital-intensive industry assets. Beyond traditional methods,...

Energy investment trends driving sustainability in Africa

As Africa intensifies its focus on sustainable development, energy investment trends are shifting towards innovative solutions that promote environmental stewardship, economic growth, and energy...

South African Steel Exporters On Edge as US Imposes Sweeping Tariffs

The South African steel and aluminium industries are bracing for potential headwinds following the US government's announcement of a 25% tariff on all steel...

South African Plastics Industry Adapts to EU’s New Packaging Regulations

The European Union (EU) recently introduced the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), which is poised to significantly impact South Africa's plastics and packaging...

The new era of pump wear technology

The efficient operation of slurry pumps in the mining industry is critical and pump wear technology is playing an increasingly significant role in monitoring...

Bhutan Launches “One-Egg, One-Child” Initiative to Boost Child Nutrition

In a significant step towards improving child nutrition and bolstering the agricultural sector, Bhutan has launched the "One-Egg, One-Child" Initiative. This ambitious program, spearheaded...